Operational Finance Manager (Mining / Strategy / Operations / Profitability / Efficiency / Proc[...]

CA Global Headhunters; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial and industrial company seeks an Operational Finance Manager to enhance profitability and operational efficiency within mining projects. The ideal candidate will have a finance or economics background, combine strategic and operational insights, and contribute to business growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Permanent employment

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced qualifications are a plus.
• Experience in finance and operations, ideally in mining or related fields.
• Expertise in financial modeling and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Develop financial models and conduct cash flow analysis.
• Engage with operations to improve workflows and align objectives.
• Identify growth opportunities and foster industry relationships.

Skills

Financial modeling

Risk management

Operational analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Commerce, or Economics

CFA, Honours, or MBA

Job description

Reference Number : CV160

Job Description :

Our client, a financial and industrial company with expertise in strategic investments and a diverse portfolio of mining and business operations managed through integrated holding and investment structures, is seeking an Operational Finance Manager to join their team. This role suits a candidate who excels in combining financial strategy with operational tasks and has an interest in the mining industry. The selected individual will work to improve profitability, identify growth opportunities, and enhance operational efficiencies in the client’s mining and processing operations in Africa. The position is open to professionals at different career levels, offering an opportunity to contribute in a dynamic, executive-focused environment.

Responsibilities :

1. Develop and refine financial models for mining projects, investments, and performance, conducting cash flow analysis and risk assessments to improve returns.
2. Engage with mining operations to evaluate workflows, address inefficiencies, and align financial objectives with operational enhancements.
3. Participate in or lead due diligence efforts for operational processes, supply chains, or production systems to drive improvements.
4. Identify and assess growth opportunities in mining, such as trading or asset development, supporting feasibility studies and investment proposals.
5. Foster relationships with key industry players, including traders, investors, and operational partners, to enable growth.
6. Support risk management for financial and operational exposures, preparing reports and ensuring compliance with regulations.
7. Collaborate between finance and operations, delivering insights to leadership, investors, and external partners.
8. Represent the company in industry discussions, site visits, or international engagements to strengthen stakeholder ties.

Requirements : Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics, or a related field. Advanced qualifications (e.g., CFA, Honours, or MBA) are a plus but not mandatory.
• Experience in finance, operations, or a combination of both, ideally within mining, commodities, or a related heavy industry.
• Familiarity with financial modeling, risk management, or operational analysis; level of expertise may vary based on seniority.
• Exposure to multi-million-dollar projects, commodity trading, or cross-border transactions is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits and Contractual information :

• Competitive remuneration package
• Permanent employment
• Career growth opportunities

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Christo van der Ham

Managing Recruitment Consultant

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful; however, your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.